The National Assembly Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs (JLAC) has proposed an additional Ksh 33 billion for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to ensure adequate funding for the 2027 General Election.

• The requested funds are primarily for election preparedness, including Ksh 9.3 billion for KIEMS kits and Ksh 5.2 billion for poll officials.
• Key organizations involved include the IEBC, the National Assembly Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs (JLAC), and the Budget and Appropriations Committee.
• Legislators also raised concerns about potential procurement delays impacting readiness and noted pending IEBC legal fees of Ksh 4.89 billion.

A Kenyan parliamentary committee has proposed a substantial budget increase for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and other justice sector institutions to address funding gaps and prepare for the 2027 General Election.

• The Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) is seeking Sh33.4 billion for the IEBC, including funds for ballot papers, KIEMS kits, and voter registration.
• Key institutions like the Judiciary, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, and human rights bodies also requested enhanced allocations to handle election disputes and improve service delivery.
• Concerns were raised by lawmakers regarding procurement delays and the adequacy of resources for institutions like the Judicial Service Commission to manage increasing workloads.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed claims of election rigging, asserting that the Kenya Kwanza administration will win the 2027 General Election based on its development achievements.

• The government's focus is on its delivery record in areas like roads, affordable housing, and education.
• Deputy President Kithure Kindiki stated they don't need illegal assistance to win.
• His remarks were made during a public engagement in Kisii, countering opposition criticism of electoral credibility.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is urging for national stability and unity ahead of the August 2027 general elections, emphasizing that peace is crucial for economic prosperity.

• Mudavadi stressed the importance of avoiding divisive rhetoric and ethnic incitement, drawing parallels to past post-election violence in Kenya and current conflicts in neighbouring countries.
• The Prime Cabinet Secretary called on political leaders and the youth to champion peace and patriotic conduct.
• He advised voters to make informed decisions based on logic and reason, rather than emotions, when casting their ballots in the upcoming elections.